In 1983 Andrea Ferrari acquired 7ha of vines….

This is lush with ripe apple and candied fruit flavours…

The pretty onion skin colour of this Pinot Noir in the glass edges towards rosé…

One of Italy’s most famous white wines, Gavi di Gavi…

With lemongrass freshness and a pleasing bitterness, this has plenty of Italian charm…

Grown in the Valpolicella area, these Garganega grapes are partially dried, losing 20 to 30% of their weight, before fermentation…

Aristos Kerner, Cantina Valle Isarco 2014 Hints of white Muscat on the nose which is refined and clean. White pepper,…

What a splendid discovery! Mainly from the Carricante grape, aromas of acacia honey plus apricot and ripe melon sing out.

Pecorino is a white grape that deserves to be more popular than it currently is. This particular wine, from the…

A remarkable ochre hue in the glass gives way to vibrant grapey aromas, floral notes and hints of honey…

This own-label Sancerre represents great value. It has a bright nose of citrus and mineral, while the palate shows good…

This winery, owned by La Rioja Alta, produces some of the best Albariño in the region. Using less malo than…

From a small family winery who discovered the potential of east Crete in the 1970s. Sourced form an unirrigated single…

A joint venture setup in the early 1990s between Barossa winemaker Rolf Binder and English wine merchant Noel Young…

This Chardonnay evokes the rich style of barrel fermented white Rioja, with its citrus, caramelised apple and oak aromas and…

It’s not just Chardonnay and Pinot Noir that can be grown in Burgundy. Lesser-known grape Aligoté produces simple still whites…

Seventh generation Sebastian Bobinet took over the family’s 1.8ha and cellar in 2002…

While many producers in Trentino are replacing local varieties with international ones…

This is a beautiful expression of Syrah from vines…

Blaufränkisch always reminds me of cru Beaujolais, so it’s not surprising to learn that it is from the Gamay family……

From a well-established domaine, this is a beautiful expression of what Loire Cabernet Franc can offer…

It’s a Welsh spin on Beaujolais! Already in a marginal climate, this family estate went a step further, adopting biodynamic…

We’re seeing a revival in Lambrusco and this example…

The quality of Alsace Pinot Noir has improved a lot recently…

Mirabeau, Pure Rosé, Côtes de Provence, France 2014 Fermented and aged in free-standing amphorae this shows admirable complexity for a…

This pinky-orange hued rosé is delightful and full of fresh raspberry and cherry fruits…

A fantastic value New World sparkling rosé, packed with personality…

Joseph Mellot is an institution in Sancerre; founded five centuries ago, it has stayed in the family ever since…

From one of the oldest wineries in the region, this domaine was established in 1868 by Frenchman François-Eugène Brun…

The winery’s beloved Weimaraner dog has a range of wines…

The name and colour may suggest skin contact (à la natural orange wine) but no, this is the result of…

This charming, full-bodied rosé from France’s only exclusively pink appellation…

Medium-dry palate of delightful, peachy fruit and aromas of waxy lime, grapefruit and baked peach sweetness. Mouthwateringly fresh.

Rolly Gassmann is widely regarded as residing in the top echelon of Alsatian producers and the proof is certainly in…

Great complexity and intensity – a versatile wine to enjoy on its own or with light dishes, especially fish…

Delightful, mouthwatering Riesling from free-draining gravel terraces…

With fruit from a single vineyard in Ancient Lakes, this shows Riesling’s fun and funky side…

Clos St-Jacques is a 10.5 hectare vineyard protected from the wind by the surrounding hills on the outskirts of the…

Rolf Heinrich Binder founded this estate in 1955 and today it’s overseen by his son Rolf (who makes the reds)…

This is bursting with peachy aromas and lime flavours. The palate is a touch more restrained…

This estate, whose winemaking heritage began in the early 13th century, only makes Riesling…

A 230-year-old family business that improved in the 1970s when Peter Jakob took over…

Cave de Lugny, Blanc de Blancs, Cremant de Bourgogne NV This 100% Chardonnay is made in the traditional method from…

Muga is one of few produders allowed to make Cava outside its home region of Catalonia…

From one of Valdobbiadene’s oldest wineries, this tastes vital and fresh. The bright fruit flavours…

Italophiles who wish to trade up from Prosecco, try this…

A delighful Champagne, made by a family-owned Champagne house…

The Collin family has made Champagne for generations…

Don’t be put off by this rosé fizz – it may not have the best reputation…

Freixenet, Elyssia Gran Cuvée, Brut, Cava, Spain NV This is a mix of local grapes, Macabeo and Parellada blended with…

Cono Sur, Sparkling Rosé, Bío Bío Valley, Chile NV This pretty pink sparkling from one of the big players in…

Gorgeous floral scent with hint of elderflower and lemon zest…